Head Corporate Banking

We have been exclusively engaged by our client, a leading Financial Institution to assist with the recruitment and selection of an accomplished, commercially astute and results-driven banking leader to head its Corporate Banking business. Reporting to the Executive Director Banking the role is accountable for business origination, portfolio growth, strategic client relationships, revenue performance and generating sustainable returns.

Job Summary

• Employer: Proserve Executive Appointments
• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
• Category: Finance
• Closing Date: 2026-10-18

Key Responsibilities

• Drive corporate business origination, client acquisition and portfolio growth.
• Deepen relationships with corporate, institutional, government and other strategic clients.
• Promote the adoption of digital and transactional banking solutions among corporate clients.
• Lead the origination, structuring and delivery of innovative financial solutions tailored to corporate clients' needs.
• Identify and commercialise new markets, ecosystem and partnership opportunities.
• Lead innovative client solutions, structured transactions and effective deal execution.
• Oversee the management and performance of the corporate banking portfolio, ensuring optimal returns and asset quality.
• Optimise portfolio quality, revenue, profitability and risk-adjusted returns.
• Drive cross-selling initiatives across the Bank's suite of products and services.
• Drive growth in trade finance, guarantees and other non-funded income-generating products.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and economic developments to identify growth opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to grow strategic sectors and develop new corporate and institutional relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, internal policies, and risk management frameworks.
• Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing Corporate Banking team focused on business growth, customer service, profitability and risk discipline.

Requirements

• Degree in Banking, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce or a related field..
• Master's Degree (MBA or equivalent).
• Banking / Credit/ Investments qualification is an added advantage.
• At least 8 years' Senior Leadership experience in Corporate, Commercial or Wholesale Banking.
• Proven track record in business development, deal origination, relationship management and portfolio growth.
• Strong commercial acumen with sound knowledge of credit, risk management, banking regulation and emerging banking trends.

How to Apply

• Apply by email: emmanuel.jinda@proservehr.com , calistas.bumhira@proservehr.com
• Phone: +263 773 004 143, 712 605 025, +263 (242) 772 778/ 770 035, +263 773 280 689
• Address: 7th Floor, Fidelity Life Tower, Raleigh Street, Harare
• REF Code: PROSERVE-184